How to use The Zaky

Practice skin-to-skin as much as possible from birth to up to 12 weeks after baby’s due date. Learn about the science behind Kangaroo Care / Skin to Skin

Touch changes everything including promoting restful sleep and the development of sensorial systems for a lifetime - from problem solving to social skills. The Zaky HUG is ideal for those moments when you are apart. Learn about the science behind The Zaky HUG.

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The Zaky ZAK From birth (even micro-preemies) up to 12 lbs.

DO

Wash it: with unscented soap before use, and then, as needed.

Wear it: after cleaning your skin with unscented wipes, if needed. With The Zaky ZAK around your waste, zip it half way.

Work it: with your baby on your chest zip it fully. Use it for at least 60min or a full sleep cycle as frequently as possible. (Check the instructional video)

Care for The Zaky ZAKFor your comfort, our products are easy care.

Before Use: Wash it in its washing bag with unscented soap, if available.

During-Use: Wash it every 3-4 sessions, or as needed.

Storage: Store it in its washing bag, as you would store baby clothes, and away from artificial scents.

DON'Ts:

Don’t mask your scent: with soaps with chemicals or fragrances. Use The Zaky ZEN product line for skin care.

Don’t stand or walk hands free. The Zaky ZAK is not a carrier so always place your hands over the baby when walking or standing up.

The Zaky HUG From micro-preemies to forever

DOs

Wash it: in its washing bag with unscented soap, before use and as often as you wash baby sheets.

Wear it: after cleaning your skin with unscented wipes, if needed. Wear it around your neck for an hour, or hug it while you sleep after each wash.

Warm it: in a towel warmer, the dryer or your skin if you just wore it.

Work it: test temperature and adjust the filling to mimic the pressure of your touch. Position your baby first and then The Zaky HUGs as you'd position your arms. Remove if baby is asleep.

Care for The Zaky HUGFor your comfort, our products are easy care.

Before Use: Wash it in its washing bag with unscented soap, if available.

During-Use: Wash it every week, or as needed.

Storage: Store it in its washing bag, as you would store baby clothes, and away from artificial scents.

DON'Ts

Don’t mask your scent: with commercial soaps with chemicals or fragrances on you or The Zaky HUG. Use our natural/organic products from The Zaky ZEN.

Don’t cover baby’s airways: position The Zaky HUG away from the face

Don’t use it through the night: Remove after the baby is asleep or you leave the room. We abide the American Association of Pediatricians ‘Back to Sleep’ guidelines, unless otherwise recommended by the baby's pediatrician.

The Zaky ZEN:

Prepare your skin for the most subtle touch and massage your baby as you would with any other skin care line. Check our blog regularly for massages techniques!